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The history of Malayalam cinema dates back to the 1920s, when the first Malayalam film, Balan , was released in 1930. However, it was not until the 1950s and 1960s that the industry started to gain momentum, with films like Nirmala (1938) and Snehadasa (1959) becoming huge hits. These early films were primarily based on literary works, folklore, and mythology, reflecting the cultural values and traditions of Kerala.